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Indonesian Chicken Siomay with Peanut Sauce plated and ready to serve
Dumplings

Indonesian Chicken Siomay with Peanut Sauce

◷ 45 minmedium

A traditional Indonesian steamed chicken dumpling, Siomay, served with a rich and savory peanut sauce. This recipe showcases poached chicken mixed with aromatic spices, wrapped in thin wonton wrappers, and lightly steamed to tender perfection. It's a quick and approachable dish highlighting classic Indonesian flavors with familiar poaching and steaming techniques.

Dec 5
Lebanese Spinach and Chickpea Fatayer (Savory Turnovers) plated and ready to serve
Handheld Pastries

Lebanese Spinach and Chickpea Fatayer (Savory Turnovers)

◷ 50 minmedium

These Lebanese spinach and chickpea fatayer feature a flaky pastry filled with a savory and herbaceous mixture, celebrating seasonal greens and plant-based protein. Perfectly baked, they make a satisfying weeknight option with familiar techniques like dough rolling and baking.

Nov 4
Steamed Filipino Pork Siomai with Ginger Soy Dipping Sauce plated and ready to serve
Dumpling

Steamed Filipino Pork Siomai with Ginger Soy Dipping Sauce

◷ 35 minmedium

A comforting Filipino-inspired steamed pork siomai dumpling featuring ground pork mixed with fresh seasonal vegetables, served with a savory ginger soy dipping sauce. This recipe highlights the gentle steaming technique, preserving the delicate flavors and textures of the ingredients, making it perfect for weeknight meals.

Nov 3

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  • Indonesian Chicken Siomay with Peanut Sauce

    Preparation takes 30 minutes. Cooking takes 15 minutes. Allow 45 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: skinless, boneless chicken breast or thigh, thin wonton wrappers (about 40 wrappers), garlic, minced, shallots, minced, white pepper. Equipment: large saucepan or pot, steamer basket or steaming rack, mixing bowls, food processor or blender (optional), measuring spoons, sharp knife.

    Kitchen tip: Do not boil the poaching liquid vigorously to keep the chicken tender and juicy.

  • Lebanese Spinach and Chickpea Fatayer (Savory Turnovers)

    Preparation takes 30 minutes. Cooking takes 20 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 6 servings. Key ingredients: fresh spinach (about 10 cups, washed and roughly chopped), chickpeas, drained and rinsed, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, fresh parsley, finely chopped. Equipment: mixing bowls, sauté pan, measuring spoons, rolling pin, baking sheet, parchment paper, knife, cutting board, fork or brush for egg wash.

    Kitchen tip: Make sure the filling is cooled before filling the dough to prevent it from becoming soggy.

  • Steamed Filipino Pork Siomai with Ginger Soy Dipping Sauce

    Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 15 minutes. Allow 35 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: ground pork, carrot, finely minced, green onions, finely chopped, garlic, minced, ginger, grated. Equipment: large mixing bowl, bamboo steamer or steaming rack, large pot with lid, small bowl, knife, measuring spoons, spoon or small brush.

    Kitchen tip: Use fresh or thawed wonton wrappers and keep them covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying.

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